Here is the current forecast discussion on space weather and geophysical activity, issued 2021 Feb 08 1230 UTC.
Solar Activity
24 hr Summary: Solar activity was very low. The solar disk was spotless. There were no Earth-directed CMEs observed in available imagery.
Forecast: Solar activity is expected to remain at very low levels on 08-10 Feb.
Energetic Particles
24 hr Summary: The greater than 2 MeV electron flux reached moderate levels and the greater than 10 MeV proton flux remained at background levels.
Forecast: The greater than 2 MeV electron flux is expected to be normal to moderate levels throughout the forecast period (08-10 Feb). The greater than 10 MeV proton flux is expected to remain at background levels.
Solar Wind
24 hr Summary: Solar wind parameters reflected positive polarity CH HSS influence. Solar wind speed peaked at 546 km/s but decreased to near 410 km/s by the end of the period as CH influence waned. Total field averaged 5 nT while the Bz component dropped as low as -3 nT. Phi angle was predominately positive.
Forecast: The solar wind environment is expected to remain slightly enhanced throughout the forecast period (08-10 Feb) as positive polarity CH HSS effects wane.
Geospace
24 hr Summary: The geomagnetic field returned to quiet conditions quickly as CH HSS effects waned quicker than anticipated.
Forecast: The geomagnetic field is likely to be at quiet to active levels on 08 Feb as CH HSS influence persists. Quiet to unsettled conditions are expected on 09-10 Feb as CH HSS effects gradually subside.
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